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ALEX AND LANDEN
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SU
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Oct 24, 2012 08:07pm (EST)
Where do I begin? This year was not even close to what I expected. Yes, there were tears! This is the first time that I have stepped away from myself. Some of you know that I have been dealing with a lot at home, my emotional state was very shaky. I know that I was not in the best place at the time. My emotional state dictated my weekend and for that, I am sad. I am sad that I lost out on some great sessions, as I dealt with myself. I am sad that I was so emotional that it caused a migraine and I had to leave dinner alone. I am sad that I hurt some people while dealing with my own stuff. For that, I am sorry that I was not as there as I should have been.
I have taken a step back and realized that I need to take care of myself before I take care of anyone. The weekend reminded me that I am more important to myself that anybody. I am working on that and I will get there eventually. I am so grateful for the weekend to step away and allow myself to start healing. I love each and every one of you and my heart would not be full without you in my life. Thank you for being there for me even when I feel like I was not there for you!
Katie
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Posted by KHolley | Comments: (9) | Permalink
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NORMAL?
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Jul 27, 2012 12:17pm (EST)
I have been having concerns with my daughter, Alex, for a few months now. When she was in school, she told me that she never played on the playground with the other kids. I never really thought anything of it until this summer, on our trip. I have noticed that she is sometimes lost in her own world. She never really interacts with other people, other than her family. She likes to pretend that she is an animal, I know it's funny at times, but I feel like it is hindering her social development. I am just sad for her. I hope that she is able to find a balance in school this year. I am scared, with the amount of bullying going on, that she is a prime target because of her quirkiness. She is very bright and I have been told that maybe her social development is behind her academic development. I just long for her to be that normal, everyday kid.
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Posted by KHolley | Comments: (7) | Permalink
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TESTING
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Apr 19, 2012 03:06pm (EST)
This week I have been monitoring state standardized testing. I have the extended time kids, while I adore them, I can only sit in a room for so long!!! Thank goodness it is only once a year, I am more tired than when I am on my regular schedule!!!!
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WOW
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Apr 17, 2012 11:37pm (EST)
Well, where do I start? I just feel like I need to get this out. My daughter, Alex is the sweetest, kindest person you will ever meet. There is not a mean bone in her body.
This year, she has been picked on by her teacher, not sure why, maybe because she is way above the other students and bored out of her mind. The teacher does not give her higher instruction, she instead, relies on Alex to tutor the other kids. That frustrates me, but I can deal with that. She has gotten in trouble twice for talking and she cried, so the teacher moved her clip to red, for crying. That also upset me, but I thought, "hey, the year's almost over, she can survive."
Today pushed me over the edge. There were two students that were head butting each other with their lunch boxes. Alex tried to stop them by tapping one of them on their lunch box. She was put in time out for "punching" the student. As she was trying to explain herself, the teacher then moved her clip to red. Alex started crying, as any kid would do when they get in trouble and the teacher got angry. I received a letter home that Alex punched another student and has anger issues. I am feeling two emotions right now, anger at the teacher for not allowing Alex to explain and sadness for the way I know Alex felt, as I have been in the same position she was in today, trying to explain what happened with no luck. I am keeping her out of school tomorrow and we are planning on meeting with the principal. I want her pulled out of that class, how dare a teacher, who by the way, never even witnessed what happened, blame her? I know how hard teachers work, especially elementary, I have been an elementary teacher. My heart just hurts for the way that Alex was treated today. The principal sent me an email that I have to meet with the teacher to discuss what happened before I have her moved, but how can I let her back in a classroom where the teacher will now have it out for her even more?
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Posted by KHolley | Comments: (10) | Permalink
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BOTTOM
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Mar 02, 2012 01:08am (EST)
When do you know that you have hit your lowest point? Life has been going on, the problem is, I feel like the world is spinning without me. I am so consumed with my kids activities, than time for me is rare. Not sure where I am going with this, just felt the need to blog. You know, it's so easy to put up a facade and pretend that things are so wonderful. How do you let go and let yourself be okay that things are not perfect?
Katie
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MY SAFE PLACE
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Nov 14, 2011 02:48am (EST)
I have to tell you that I am so happy to have a place, Share, where I can come, never feel judged, and just feel safe. I have been judged recently by the outside world, people that have no idea who I am on the inside. I have been called inconsiderate and a horrible person recently. Who are these people? It's so nice to have a haven to come to, build myself back up and head back into the world with the strength and support that I need! Thank you for being my safe place!
Katie
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SU
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Oct 25, 2011 04:24pm (EST)
Okay, so here are 5 things that I learned from SU this weekend!
1. Julie likes to cuddle before she cries!
2. There is no one stronger than Share moms!
3. You can not talk to someone for a year and feel like you never left off when you see them!
4. James is a great bodyguard when walking to McDonald's at 2AM!
5. I love you all more than you will ever know!
SU was so amazing, I always leave there feeling more renewed in my purpose. I love meeting the new people that I have chatted for so long online with. My life may have taken an unexpected turn when I was pregnant with Alex, but it has taken me to a place where I am loved and accepted and that means that world to me!
Katie
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Posted by KHolley | Comments: (9) | Permalink
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WHERE WERE YOU?
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Sep 10, 2011 10:12pm (EST)
Where were you when the world stopped turning on that September day?
I will never forget sitting in my college class, my professor walked in and told me that we were under attack, that class was cancelled and to go home immediately. I went straight to the local blood bank and sat in line for three hours to donate.
Our students at school held a memorial yesterday. They all stood on a balcony with the names of all that had fallen on a poster in silence. Hard to believe they were only about 3 years old.
Never forget, never surrender!
Katie
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Posted by KHolley | Comments: (7) | Permalink
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UPDATE
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Sep 01, 2011 08:11pm (EST)
It has been forever since I posted!
Let's see...Alex started Kindergarten. She is now making me drop her off at the car loop. I so thought it would be 5th grade before I embarrassed her! She amazes me everyday with her ability. I am forever in awe of her!
Landen is such a typical boy. He exhausts me just hanging at the house!
I love my new job! I love working with kids that are in danger of dropping out. I can really see the difference that I am making with them. I do miss being in the classroom, but I really feel like I am making more of a difference in my position than I ever did!
I was trying to post pictures, but the file it too large, any ideas?
Katie
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